New York Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Rubenstein & Rynecki obtained the largest New York medical malpractice and negligence settlement in 2012 for a woman whose hands and feet were amputated ― $17.9 Million

The attorneys at the Brooklyn-based law firm Rubenstein & Rynecki have more than 40 years of experience fighting for maximum awards for victims of medical malpractice cases. The law firm handles medical malpractice cases in the fields of:

By definition, medical malpractice occurs as a result of negligence by a professional health care provider, which can lead to more serious health complications or death. New York doctors and patients alike are concerned with the potential for mistakes to lead to such complications.

Every medical procedure requires skill, sanitation, and proper aftercare, as one misstep can lead to complications and increased risks for patients. Even if procedures are handled appropriately, patients may be subject to unexpected results due to misinformation. If a doctor, surgeon, or medical staff member fails to warn patients or family members of any potential risks, attorneys can help victims seek compensation.

When healthcare professionals fail to provide an appropriate standard of care, your health is at risk. The process to recover damages may seem overwhelming, but with the help of NY attorneys, you may be able to bring a case against the individuals who are responsible for your mistreatment. If you or someone you know has suffered as the result of a medical malpractice incident, contact Rubenstein & Rynecki today for a free consultation. No recovery, no fee.

Case Results

Some of the New York medical malpractice results Rubenstein & Rynecki has obtained for clients include—

$62 million verdict for negligence in perforating the bowel during the performance of a laparoscopic salpingectomy and subsequent failure to timely diagnose the perforation resulting in septic shock, requirement of a colostomy, gangrene of the lower extremities requiring bilateral below the knee amputations, and vestibulocochlear nerve damage causing severe permanent hearing loss.

$18.1 million settlement for negligence during Monitored Anesthetic Care while a 19 year old female was undergoing an endoscopy for abdominal pain. After the administration of Propofol and Alfentanil, the patient became bradycardic. The anesthesiologist failed to advise the surgeon for 9 minutes that the patient was bradycardic and to abort the procedure. The anesthesiologist waited an additional 2 minutes before calling a code blue and the patient was not intubated until 16 minutes after bradycardia had begun. When the code team arrived, no pulse was obtainable. The patient was resuscitated, but had suffered profound brain and neurological injuries.

$17.9 million settlement for failure to promptly diagnose and treat a kidney stone resulting in infection, sepsis and gangrene requiring quadruple amputation of extremities. Largest Settlement in 2012 - Medical Malpractice/Negligence

$5.8 million for negligent administration of anesthesia

$5 million for the family of a woman who died in childbirth as a result of preventable medical errors at a Bronx hospital.

$4.5 million for a young woman paralyzed as the result of medical negligence at a Manhattan hospital.

$1.5 million for the family of a woman who died as a result of the failure to recognize and properly treat respiratory distress during labor and delivery.

$1.5 million for a Brooklyn longshoreman who suffered a severe stroke as the result of the failure to diagnose his vascular disease.

$1.4 million for surgery required to repair negligently perforated artery.

$1.1 million for the family of a Haitian woman who died following childbirth.

Representing victims since 1972

Rubenstein & Rynecki and its predecessor firms have been representing victims since 1972. If you or a loved one has been hurt in an accident, major or minor, suffered medical malpractice or been a victim of police misconduct, you may be entitled to money damages. Rubenstein & Rynecki may be able to help you. No recovery, no fee. Contact us today for a free consultation.

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